Kairi Sane's AEW signing delayed by visa issues
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026
Former WWE star Kairi Sane has been linked to a move to AEW, but her visa status is currently unresolved. Reports indicate that while Sane has had options available, including offers in Japan, she has not yet signed with AEW. Her US visa has expired, requiring sponsorship from a promotion for her to work in the country. Discussions regarding her joining AEW have occurred, and Tony Khan has expressed interest in signing her. Sane is scheduled to participate in Chris Jericho's Rock 'N' Wrestling Rager at Sea from November 7 to November 11, 2026.
- •Kairi Sane has not signed with AEW yet.
- •Her US visa has expired, requiring new sponsorship.
- •She has received multiple offers, including from Japan.
- •Tony Khan is interested in signing Sane.
- •Sane will appear at Jericho's event in November 2026.
- 1:00 PMWrestling Inc — Backstage Update On Visa Status Of Former WWE Star Kairi Sane
"Former WWE star Kairi Sane has been linked to a move to AEW, and a recent report has revealed that visa issues could be holding up the move.
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